Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Roy E Holmes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 53%
- Attendance Zone: Roy E Holmes Elementary School serves the southwest part of Wilmington, OH, covering an area of approximately 24.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roy E Holmes Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Roy E Holmes Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)64%
62%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)53%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Roy E Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Roy E Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denver Place Elementary School, Clinton-massie Elementary School, Putman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average).
How many students attend Roy E Holmes Elementary School?
568 students attend Roy E Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Roy E Holmes Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roy E Holmes Elementary School?
Roy E Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roy E Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Roy E Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roy E Holmes Elementary School part of?
Roy E Holmes Elementary School is part of Wilmington City School District.
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